Did You Know You Can Find Local Resources By Dialing 2-1-1 in NJ?

By dialing 2-1-1 or accessing nj211.org, you can search for services in your local community. 

According to the nj211.org, it is a place to turn to when you need to find state or local health and human service resources to address urgent needs or everyday concerns. It is free, confidential, multi-lingual, TTY accessible and available 24/7...

It is an easy-to-remember telephone number that connects callers to resource specialists who are ready to guide callers to available resources that will do the most good....

It is also a web site that provides easy access to a resource database and topical Web pages that provide essential facts, contact numbers and Web addresses so individuals have the tools they need to find answers...

Basic Human Needs Resource: food banks, clothing closets, shelters, rental assistance, utility assistance...

Support for Seniors and Persons with Disabilities: adult day care, congregate meals, Meals on Wheels, respite care, home health care, transportation, homemaker services...

Support for Children, Youth and Families: childcare, after school programs, Kids Care (health insurance programs), family resource centers, summer camps and recreation programs, mentoring, tutoring, protective services...

Physical and Mental Health Resources: health insurance programs, Medicaid and Medicare, maternal health, Children’s Health Insurance Program, medical information lines, crisis intervention services, support groups, counseling, drug and alcohol intervention and rehabilitation...

Employment Supports: financial assistance, job training, transportation assistance, education programs...

The confidential service is free from any cell phone or landline. 

2-1-1 is supported by local United Way Chapters throughout New Jersey in partnership with the State of New Jersey – Department of Human Services, Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness, and the Department of Children and Families.

http://www.nj211.org/factsheet.cfm